Wa’z Explores the Quiet Art of Kaiseki

SEATTLE MET - The Belltown restaurant’s eight-course menus are the understatement of the year.

Hirokazu TawaraNovember 14, 2018

Sake Sampling : A Unique Flavor Journey

Wa’z Seattle represents the finest of Japan and offers a unique sake sampler experience.

Hirokazu TawaraAugust 2, 2018

Experience Japan In Your City

At Wa’z Seattle we are dedicated to introducing our guests to new flavors each month that delight your palate and celebrate the richness of Japanese history and culture.

Hirokazu TawaraAugust 2, 2018

Wa’z is named a Top 50 nominee for the Hot 10: America’s Best New Restaurants

Bon Appétit has named Wa’z among the top 50 nominees for “The Hot 10: America’s Best New Restaurants.”

Hirokazu TawaraAugust 1, 2018

Kaiseki: A Japanese food experience unlike any other

In Belltown, amidst the hustle and bustle, an unassuming door is the gateway to another world.

Hirokazu TawaraMay 26, 2018

2018 OpenTable Diners’ Choice

Thank you for our guest for selecting us for the OpenTable Diners’ Choice Awards this month.

Hirokazu TawaraMay 25, 2018

52 (yes, really) New Restaurant Openings in Seattle, Eastside

SEATTLE TIMES- With 52 new restaurants opening in Seattle and the Eastside, The Seattle Times has curated a list of each newcomer expected and Wa'z came in at the top of their list.

Hirokazu TawaraApril 19, 2018

4 New Dinner Destinations to Check Out

SEATTLEMET - From Latin American fare in South Lake Union to Kaiseki in the Denny Regrade, SeattleMet names the top latest and greatest dinner destinations for a night out.

Hirokazu TawaraApril 19, 2018

Wa'z Named One of The Hottest Restaurants by Seattle Eater

EATER SEATTLE - Wa’z in Belltown has brought back the elegant art of Japanese kaiseki to Seattle.

Hirokazu TawaraApril 18, 2018

A Flood of Japanese Restaurants Recently Opened—Including These 6 Spots

SEATTLE METROPOLITAN MAGAZINE - While not open just quite yet, stay tuned for this kaiseki restaurant coming to the Denny Regrade (née Belltown) at the end of March.

Hirokazu TawaraMarch 9, 2018

Kaiseki Master Brings Japanese Fine Dining to Belltown

EATER SEATTLE - Though he honed his skills at highly respected Seattle sushi restaurants Shiro’s and Sushi Kappo Tamura, chef-owner Hiro Tawara’s new Belltown restaurant, Wa’z

Hirokazu TawaraFebruary 23, 2018

A Japanese Kaiseki Restaurant Is Coming to the Denny Regrade

SEATTLE METROPOLITAN MAGAZINE - Chef Hiro Tawara, whose resume includes Shiro’s Sushi and Sushi Kappo Tamura, is opening his own restaurant, Wa’z, in March.

Hirokazu TawaraFebruary 22, 2018